Gardening by the Moon Calendar: Traditional Planting Guide

What Is Gardening by the Moon?

An age‑old practice based on lunar cycles affecting plant growth. A longtime Old Farmer’s Almanac tradition.

How It Works

• Waxing Moon (New to Full): Plant crops that bear above ground—flowers, vegetables, fruits.
• Waning Moon (Full to New): Plant root crops (carrots, potatoes, bulbs) and flowering bulbs.

Regional Calendars

Four broad gardening regions. For zip‑code‑level precision, use the modern all‑seasons gardening calendar.

Benefits

Many gardeners report larger, tastier harvests. Janice Stillman, editor of The Old Farmer’s Almanac, explains more in the Gardening by the Moon video.

Using the Calendar

Click your region on the map to see planting dates and Moon‑favorable dates for each month.